When officers tried to make contact, the male was uncooperative and believed to be intoxicated and suicidal.

During the incident, 50 residents in the area were notified to shelter in place, while the area of J and 19 Roads was closed.

aThe Mesa County Sheriff's Office and Grand Junction Police Department tried to make contact with the individual, but were unsuccessful. Authorities believe they found the gun used, but the individual remains at large.